Staff Software Engineer, Planning & Tracking

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Staff Software Engineer, Planning & Tracking based in the United States. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of collaborative project management and AI-powered software development experiences used by millions of developers worldwide. In this highly impactful role, you will lead the design and evolution of scalable planning and tracking solutions that help engineering teams manage work seamlessly alongside code. Working within a distributed, innovation-driven environment, you will influence technical strategy, solve complex scalability challenges, and accelerate the integration of AI capabilities into developer workflows. The position combines hands-on engineering with technical leadership, offering the opportunity to mentor teams, define architectural direction, and deliver intuitive user experiences at global scale. \n Accountabilities: Lead the design, development, and delivery of highly scalable planning and tracking solutions that enhance collaboration and productivity for developers worldwide. Architect, prototype, and implement customer-facing features, including AI-powered capabilities that improve project management workflows and user experiences. Drive technical strategy and long-term platform investments by identifying foundational improvements in scalability, reliability, and system performance. Author architectural proposals, conduct technical research, and validate new approaches through experimentation and prototyping. Partner closely with engineering and product leadership to define priorities, shape roadmaps, and align technical initiatives with business objectives. Contribute directly to production systems through hands-on coding, debugging, and continuous improvement of the codebase. Promote engineering excellence through mentorship, code reviews, knowledge sharing, and technical guidance across teams. Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing engineering culture while championing best practices in distributed software development. Requirements Extensive software engineering experience, typically gained through 7+ years of professional development experience with a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience). Strong proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Go, JavaScript, Python, Ruby, C#, Java, Rust, or similar technologies. Proven experience building, operating, and supporting large-scale, high-traffic distributed systems and cloud-native applications. At least 4+ years of experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. Demonstrated success leading cross-functional technical initiatives, driving architectural decisions, and influencing engineering practices across multiple teams. Strong experience in system design, reliability engineering, observability, automation, and high-availability environments. Solid background in modern web technologies and development frameworks, with experience in technologies such as React, Go, C#, or relational databases considered highly valuable. Experience delivering customer-facing AI-powered products or integrating AI capabilities into software platforms is a strong advantage. Excellent communication, analytical thinking, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly. Self-motivated, adaptable, and comfortable operating in fast-paced environments with ambiguity and evolving priorities. Benefits Competitive base salary ranging from $140,400 to $372,300 annually, depending on experience, location, and qualifications. Eligibility for annual performance bonuses and equity compensation programs. Remote-first work environment with flexibility to work from anywhere within the United States. Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans. Generous paid time off, holidays, and wellness support programs. Learning and development opportunities, including professional growth initiatives and technical training resources. Inclusive and collaborative culture focused on innovation, diversity, and employee well-being. Access to cutting-edge technologies and the opportunity to work on products used by millions of developers globally. \n How Jobgether works: We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. 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